141. Brian Limoges: Redefining Kitchen Culture
What does it take to build a two Michelin star restaurant in just six months? In this episode, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Chef Brian Limoges, Executive Chef of Enclos in Sonoma County—one of the most exciting new restaurants in American fine dining. But this conversation goes beyond the stars. Brian reflects on his journey through some of the world's most demanding kitchens and the personal shift that redefined how he leads today—moving from intensity and pressure to patience, intention, and mentorship. They discuss the deeper story behind Enclos, the importance of storytelling in cuisine, and how a restaurant can truly reflect the land it comes from. From Sonoma's terroir to team culture, this episode explores what it means to build something meaningful, not just successful. A conversation about growth, perspective, and the evolution of leadership in hospitality. An On The Pass Studios Production 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations with the icons and innovators shaping hospitality and culture worldwide. Learn more about Enclos: https://bit.ly/4tUjg3S Follow Enclos on Instagram: https://bit.ly/4w7r6st Follow On The Pass on Instagram: http://bit.ly/3Kvgm1n Subscribe to On The Pass on YouTube: https://bit.ly/4hajZq8 Follow our Host, Gabriel Ornelas: http://bit.ly/3YS964b Learn more about On The Pass: https://bit.ly/44rEOsR Lets work together! Get in contact: https://www.onthepass.com